The Friday, March 17 deadline to enter the Belfast Telegraph Business Awards, in partnership with Ulster Bank, is fast approaching.

The Belfast Telegraph Business Awards, now in their 15th year, are open for entry, with three new categories announced for this year's awards, which will take place during a glittering ceremony at the Crowne Plaza, Belfast on Thursday, May 4.

Companies across Northern Ireland can enter across 11 categories, including three new additions - IT Company or Team of the Year, Emerging Business/Start-Up of the Year and SME Healthcare Business of the Year.